In the course of evaluating the optimal duration of bisphosphonate treatment the FDA found little benefit of treatment beyond 5 years. [1,2] Moreover, examination of studies where bisphosphonates ...

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Osteoporosis, thin weak bones, is common in post-menopausal women and older men. While not fatal, it is a major risk for fractures and can severely impact your quality of life.

Alendronate has been shown to increase bone mineral density (BMD) and decrease fracture risk in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis, but the need for long-term treatment is unclear, especially ...